Mar 11, 2026
What separates good communicators from unforgettable leaders? The ability to tell powerful stories in Business English.
In this week’s episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast — the show that helps global professionals to speak clearly and confidently at work — host Curtis Davies has a Real English Conversation with Gabrielle Dolan, one of the world’s leading experts in business storytelling and authentic communication.
Gabrielle is an international keynote speaker, educator, and the bestselling author of eight books. Her newest release, Story Intelligence: The Craft of Authentic Storytelling Made Smarter with AI, debuted as Australia’s #1 Business Book and quickly climbed Amazon’s Hot New Releases charts across multiple communication and leadership categories.
For more than 20 years, Gabrielle has helped leaders and professionals around the world communicate more effectively, influence their teams, and build trust through authentic storytelling.
In today’s workplace — where AI-generated content, corporate jargon, and scripted messaging are everywhere — the ability to communicate in Real English through authentic human stories has never been more valuable.
In this conversation, Curtis and Gabrielle explore how storytelling strengthens professional communication in English, how global professionals can improve their storytelling skills, and how humans and AI can work together to communicate in more meaningful and authentic ways.
This episode is especially valuable for professionals who use English in international workplaces and want to communicate ideas with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.
📖 Why storytelling is one of
the most powerful communication skills in business
🧠 What “Story Intelligence” means and why it matters in the age of
AI
💬 The difference between scripted communication and authentic
storytelling
🌍 Common storytelling mistakes professionals make when
communicating at work
🎯 Practical ways to become a better storyteller — even if you think
you’re “not creative.”
🤖 How AI can support storytelling without replacing the human
element
🤝 How storytelling strengthens leadership, influence, and
trust
🔥 One simple storytelling technique you can start using today to
communicate more clearly and confidently
This episode is insightful, practical, and inspiring — especially for global professionals who want to speak English with more clarity, confidence, and authenticity in the workplace.
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